Rep. Kinzinger Announces 2019 Congressional Art Competition

"Every year, the Congressional Art Competition encourages and recognizes young artists in our community to share their creativity and showcase their talent. I'm always impressed with the artwork we receive, and look forward to seeing the skillful submissions that this year's competition will bring."

Now in its 38th year, the U.S. House of Representatives offers talented young artists from across the country an opportunity to showcase their artistic abilities. The first place artwork will be displayed in a year-long exhibit spanning along the walls of the Cannon Tunnel, which leads to the U.S. Capitol Building. And the three runner-up pieces will be displayed in the Congressman's district offices.

In addition to having their art displayed, the first place winner will be awarded two tickets to Washington, D.C. to attend the official art show opening and a subsequent reception hosted by the Congressional Institute.

The submission deadline for the 38th Annual Congressional Art Competition is Friday, May 3rd at 5:00pm CT in the Ottawa District Office. Again, all high school students living in the 16th Congressional District of Illinois are eligible (and encouraged!) to participate.

For more information on the Congressional Art Competition, please see the attached flyer and if you have any additional questions, please call Congressman Kinzinger's Ottawa District Office at (815) 431-9271.